Crispy Braised Chicken Thighs

Crispy Braised Chicken Thighs

40 mins
Serves

Directions

  1. 1.

    Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.

  2. 2.

    Sear chicken thighs skin-side down in olive oil in a skillet for 8 minutes.

  3. 3.

    Flip chicken thighs and cook for a few more minutes.

  4. 4.

    Remove chicken thighs from skillet.

  5. 5.

    Add chopped onions and garlic to the skillet and cook until browned.

  6. 6.

    Add chicken broth, thyme, Meyer lemon juice and white wine to the skillet.

  7. 7.

    Return the chicken thighs to the skillet.

  8. 8.

    Bake uncovered at 325°F (163°C) for 40 minutes, or until a thermometer reads 190°F (88°C).

  9. 9.

    Remove chicken thighs from skillet and place on a platter.

  10. 10.

    Make a slurry with cornstarch and water.

  11. 11.

    Stir slurry into the sauce in the skillet.

  12. 12.

    Spoon sauce onto a plate, top with chicken thighs, arugula, and bread.

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Ingredients

  • 6 chicken thighs
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup onions
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 sprig thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Meyer lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon white wine
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 handful arugula
  • 2 slices bread

Equipment

skillet baking sheet tongs wooden spatula metal spoon meat thermometer

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